"This is one of my favourite movements for isolating the triceps," said ACE-certified personal trainer Tami Smith, who owns Fit Healthy Momma. "I recommend these often because the triceps play an integral role in so many of our movements, both in daily life and our workouts. "
Start standing with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand and resting them on your thighs. Your palms should be facing toward your body.
Pull your core toward your spine as you shift your hips backward, like you were going to sit in a chair. Bend your knees slightly, keeping them behind your toes. Be sure not to round your back.
Lift the dumbbells off your thighs by bending your elbows. Pull them up to your ribs, keeping your core tight and back flat. This is your starting position.
Straighten your arms behind you with your palms facing in. Initiate the movement from your elbows, keeping your upper arms as still as possible. Stop when your arms are parallel to the floor.
Squeeze your triceps, then bend your elbows to return to the starting position.